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The UMBC Professional Programs blog connects world changers, go-getters, and lifelong learners together through stories from our community.

Retrievers Step Up to Rebuild a Piece of Baltimore | UMBC Campus News
After the Key Bridge collapse, UMBC students gained hands-on rebuilding experience, learning on-site and leading a workshop for local youth.

How UMBC Shaped a Career in Leadership and Innovation
Discover how UMBC’s Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Leadership graduate program helps create opportunities and transform careers.

The Hidden Job Market: How to Find Unadvertised Jobs
Learn how to tap into the hidden job market, uncover unadvertised jobs, and use networking to find opportunities before they’re posted.

Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile for Career Success
Learn expert tips for optimizing your LinkedIn profile, building your personal brand, and boosting your online presence.

Building Your Virtual Professional Identity
Build your professional identity online with LinkedIn tips, portfolio advice, networking strategies, and online presence best practices.

From Capstone to AI Startup: How Two UMBC Grads Are Transforming EdTech
Starting an AI startup can feel like a distant dream—but for two UMBC data science graduates, that dream became reality.

The Art of Conversation: Optimal Ways to Communicate
The art conversation happens when two or more people share space and all feel valued and heard.

What It’s Like to Be a Systems Engineer at Google
UMBC chats with a Google engineer about systems engineering, AI, and career insights for tech-focused students.

Goal Setting Strategies for Graduate School Success
Master grad school with effective goal-setting strategies! Learn SMART goals, organization, accountability & celebrating success.